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NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
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Congressman Sam Farr has joined our Annual Leadership Luncheon panel!
Read below for more information.
Vendor Registrations are now being accepted for MPCC's First Annual Holiday Marketplace on November 12.
Read below for more information.
Reminder: All guests must
pre-register for our October mixer at Club Del Monte (Naval Postgraduate School). Don't miss this chance to get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the historic Hotel Del Monte and the gorgeous NPS campus!
Click here to RSVP
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CHAMBERLINK
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CLICK HERE to download a PDF copy of this week's ChamberLink section in the Monterey County Herald
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SAVE THE DATE
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Mark your calendar
for these upcoming
MPCC events!
September 20
Stone Creek Kitchen Ribbon Cutting
September 22
California International Airshow Mixer
September 27
Business Builders Workshop
September 27
The Perry House Ribbon Cutting
September 29
Leadership Luncheon
October 5
Drs. Kroll and Antrim - Alta Mesa Family Dentistry Ribbon Cutting
October 12
Brown Bag Seminar - Keeping Your Employees Focused and Motivated
October 18
Tres Jolie & Dance Kids of Monterey County Ribbon Cutting
October 20
Club Del Monte (Naval Postgraduate School) Mixer - Preregistration required!
October 25
Business Builders Workshop
October 27
Business Expo
November 12
Holiday Marketplace
December 8
Holiday Party at Rabobank (Monterey)
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Art in the Adobes: Hidden Treasures from Old Monterey
September 30 - October 2, 2011
Be there when we unveil masterpieces from the Monterey CA State Parks collections, most not seen in decades. Featuring seven historic venues; lectures; & family activities.
For details/tickets, call 655-8070 or visit http://artintheadobes.org.
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Easter Seals - Walk With Me
Date: Saturday, Sept. 24th
Time: 7:30 check in; 8:30am start
Location: San Carlos Beach Park,
Cannery Row @ Reeside
Enjoy a morning of fun as we walk for people with disabilities the families who love them! Walk with our Ambassadors Amy, Bill, Ellen, Gracie, Jason, Keith and Matt. Lace up your shoes & sign up!
To register, email walkwithmemonterey@es-cc.org, call 831-684-2166 x115, or visit www.walkwithme.org/monterey.
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Grand Opening Celebration of the
Monterey Peninsula College Education Center at Marina
Date: Friday, September 23
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: 289 12th Street, Marina
Monterey Peninsula Community College District is pleased to invite you to the Grand Opening of our Education Center in Marina. The Grand Opening reception is 1:00-1:30pm, with welcoming festivities 1:30-2:30pm, and tour and refreshments 2:30-4:00pm.
Questions? Call 646-4272.
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ADVERTISING WITH THE CHAMBER WORKS!
POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS ARE 68% MORE LIKELY TO BUY FROM
YOU IF YOU ARE A MEMBER OF THE
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.
or call
(831) 648-5388.
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED EVENTS:
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Stone Creek Kitchen Ribbon Cutting
 Where: 465 Canyon Del Rey Blvd, Monterey
(Stone Creek Village Shopping Ctr - next to Tarpy's)
When: TODAY - Tuesday, September 20
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
Cost: Complimentary
Join us to celebrate the Grand Opening of Stone Creek Kitchen, a unique destination for people who like to eat, drink and cook on the Monterey Peninsula. Stone Creek Kitchen offers incredible fresh food to take home, specialty dry goods, kitchen tools, and other gifts. Customers can also take cooking classes and participate in a tasting events. Don't forget to bring your business card to enter the drawing for a free cooking class!
Click here to read more
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 California International Airshow Mixer When: Thursday, September 22 Where: 280 Mortensen Avenue, Salinas (Salinas Municipal Airport) Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Cost: $10 Members/$15 Prospective Members Join MPCC and Salinas Valley Chamber of Commerce for this popular annual mixer to kick off the 31st Annual California International Airshow.
This year's Airshow will feature the Canadian Snowbirds, Sean D. Tucker, Robosaurus, The Red Bull Aviation Team, Tora, Tora, Tora, F-22 Raptor, Dan Buchanan, and more.
Enjoy wine from Paraiso Vineyards and delicious food from Wild Thyme Deli/Michael's Catering while you learn more about the Airshow and chat with the performers. Don't forget to bring your business card to enter the raffle - you could win two tickets to the Flight Deck (value: $120), including a meal with each ticket! Click here to read more |
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COMING UP NEXT WEEK:
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Business Builders: [Re]Defining Strategic Planning:
The What, Why, And How Of Succeeding In Today's Business
When: Tuesday, September 27
Where: Carmel Mission Inn, 3665 Rio Road, Carmel
Time: 7:30-8:00am Check-in, 8:00-9:30am Presentation
Cost: $15 Members/$20 Prospective Members
(includes a light continental breakfast)
Speaker: Dr. Pat Tinsley McGill
CSUMB Professor of Strategic Management
Learn the basics of developing a successful business strategy and strategic plan for your business or organization. In this valuable presentation, PatTinsley McGill will discuss:
- What you don't know about business strategy that could really be hurting your bottom line
- Why investing time in strategic planning today can help you sleep better tonight.
- How to define and measure success for your business using just one simple tool.
Click here to read more
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The Perry House Ribbon Cutting
When: Tuesday, September 27
Where: 201 Van Buren Street, Monterey
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
Cost: Complimentary
Join us for a special ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the grand opening of The Perry House, owned and operated by Events by Classic. The Perry House, a spectacular landmark property recently lovingly restored located in downtown Monterey with striking views of the Monterey Bay, is a unique and stunning location for any special occasion. Guests will also enjoy refreshments served by Classic Catering, one of the most well-known and well-respected caterers in Monterey.
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Annual Leadership Luncheon
When: Thursday, September 29
Where: The Hyatt Regency Monterey
Time: 11:30am-1:30pm
Cost: $40 Members/$50 Prospective Members
Sponsored by Rabobank, this signature Chamber event features an impressive panel of federal, state, & local elected officials - including Rep. Sam Farr, Sen. Sam Blakeslee, and Rep. Bill Monning - who cover topics such as new projects taking place in their jurisdictions, new business coming to the region and important issues that have impact on the future viability of our local economy. This is a great opportunity for community leaders, local business owners, and engaged citizens to gain further insight into the current business climate on the Peninsula. Registration Deadline: Friday, September 23.
Click here to read more
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| IN OTHER NEWS... | 
Congressman Sam Farr Joins the Distinguished Panel of Speakers for MPCC's Annual Leadership Luncheon...
Click here to read more |
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Leadership Luncheon Presenting Sponsor Rabobank Ranks Highest in Customer Service in California...
Click here to read more |
Chamber's Second Annual Monterey Bay Business Expo Promotes Local Businesses and Nonprofits...
Click here to read more |
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